Thanks for responding, I was quoted about the same for a new #4 asian sail. Bill

:: I may be able to help you on this. I used to sail an E22
:: and held on to a bunch of good, older sails. This hank
:: on blade is about 10% smaller than our #3's. I have used
:: one on my Express and it fits without any type of
:: re-cutting.
::
:: If you know someone who owns an Etchells you can
:: probably cut a deal or borrow one to test. I would sell
:: you one of mine for $275 and cover shipping. It has
:: metal hanks and Dacron cloth of about 7 ounce.
::
:: Pete

:: 732-754-2056 (New Jersey)
::
:: :: Looking to purchase a dacron #4 to test. Hank on
:: :: preferred but can convert if necessary. Let me know what
:: :: you have and a price.
::
:: :: #44 mariner